What Do You Call a Person From Barcelona?

By Robert Palmer

Are you planning to visit Barcelona anytime soon? Or are you just curious about the people who live there? Either way, you might be wondering what do you call a person from Barcelona?

First of all, it’s important to note that Barcelona is the capital city of Catalonia, an autonomous community in Spain with its own distinct culture and language. The official languages in Catalonia are Catalan and Spanish, and many people in Barcelona speak both fluently.

Now, getting back to our question – what do you call a person from Barcelona? In Catalan, the demonym (the word used to describe a person from a certain place) for someone from Barcelona is “barceloní” (for men) or “barcelonina” (for women). In Spanish, the demonym is “barcelonés” (for men) or “barcelonesa” (for women).

It’s worth noting that these terms not only refer specifically to people who were born and raised in the city of Barcelona itself but also to those who live in its metropolitan area. So whether someone lives right in the heart of the city or in one of its surrounding towns, they can still be considered a “barceloní/barcelonina” or “barcelonés/barcelonesa”.

And what about other cities in Catalonia? Well, each one has its own demonym as well. For example, someone from Girona is called a “gironí/gironina”, while someone from Tarragona is called a “tarragoní/tarragonina”.

In conclusion, if you ever find yourself in Barcelona and want to impress the locals with your knowledge of their language and culture, remember that they are called “barcelonins/barcelonesos”. And don’t forget to explore everything this vibrant city has to offer – from its stunning architecture to its delicious food and drink.

¡Benvinguts a Barcelona! (Welcome to Barcelona!)